The fight for the vote: suffragettes and nursing (hybrid)
About This Event
The Royal College of Nursing (Scotland) is hosting a free event in Edinburgh on 20 August at 17:30, delving into the intersection between suffragettes and nursing. The programme will feature speakers discussing nurses who actively engaged in the suffrage movement, their experiences with arrest, and periods of imprisonment. This community-oriented event seeks to highlight the often-neglected contributions of these pioneering women, offering participants a deeper understanding of history through a lens that intertwines social activism with professional dedication.
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The fight for the vote: suffragettes and nursing (hybrid) takes place on Thursday, 20 August 2026 at 18:30.
The fight for the vote: suffragettes and nursing (hybrid) is held at RCN Scotland in Edinburgh (42 South Oswald Road, Edinburgh, EH9 2HH).
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The fight for the vote: suffragettes and nursing (hybrid)
Editorial Summary
The Royal College of Nursing (Scotland) is hosting a free event in Edinburgh on 20 August at 17:30, delving into the intersection between suffragettes and nursing.
The programme will feature speakers discussing nurses who actively engaged in the suffrage movement, their experiences with arrest, and periods of imprisonment.
This community-oriented event seeks to highlight the often-neglected contributions of these pioneering women, offering participants a deeper understanding of history through a lens that intertwines social activism with professional dedication.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is The fight for the vote: suffragettes and nursing (hybrid)?
The fight for the vote: suffragettes and nursing (hybrid) takes place on Thursday, 20 August 2026 at 18:30.
Where is The fight for the vote: suffragettes and nursing (hybrid) taking place?
The fight for the vote: suffragettes and nursing (hybrid) is held at RCN Scotland in Edinburgh (42 South Oswald Road, Edinburgh, EH9 2HH).
How much are tickets for The fight for the vote: suffragettes and nursing (hybrid)?
Entry to The fight for the vote: suffragettes and nursing (hybrid) is free.
How do I get tickets for The fight for the vote: suffragettes and nursing (hybrid)?
Tickets for The fight for the vote: suffragettes and nursing (hybrid) can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
🏨 Staying overnight?
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